Senior Project Geologist

Company: Centerra Gold
Location: Reno
Posted on: March 19, 2023

Job Description:

Become a valuable addition to Centerra's newly-acquired Goldfield District ProjectBoost your career by joining an established organizationReceive a competitive annual salary, plus excellent benefitsAbout Centerra GoldHeadquartered in Toronto, Centerra Gold (TSX: CG) is one of the leading North American gold and copper producers engaged in the operation, exploration, development, and acquisition of quality mining assets in Asia, North America, and other markets worldwide.Centerra's vision is to build a team-based culture of excellence that responsibly delivers sustainable value and growth. We are committed to the safety, integrity, ethics, and fairness of our operations, promoting the highest standards of ethical business conduct of our employees, officers, and directors.For more information, please see our website.About the Goldfield District ProjectLocated on the Walker Lane trend in Esmeralda County, Nevada, about 30 miles south of Tonopah, the Goldfield District Project can be accessed via U.S. Highway 95 from Las Vegas or Reno. This newly-acquired project is an underexplored property in a prolific mining jurisdiction that provides substantial upside potential.Goldfield is a conventional open-pit, heap leach project that contains three known deposits: Gemfield, Goldfield Main, and McMahon Ridge. These are to be developed in a two-phase approach, starting with operations in the Gemfield deposit in 2022.Goldfield District Project promotes a drug and alcohol-free workplace and has adopted a zero-tolerance policy with respect to alcohol or unauthorized drugs on site.About the OpportunityWe have an exciting opportunity for a full-time Senior Project Geologist to join our team in Goldfield District Project in Goldfield, Nevada, to help lead exploration at a historic gold-producing district in Nevada.Reporting to the Exploration Manager, USA, the Senior Project Geologist will be a core member of a talented team responsible for planning, leading, and executing exploration activities at the Goldfield Project in Nevada. To accomplish this, you will work in close association with corporate exploration and technical services personnel, and mine site personnel.Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:Overseeing the planning and execution of geological mapping, geochemical sampling, and geophysical surveysInterpreting exploration results and providing recommendations to advance projectsGenerating drill targets, collaborate on drill hole planning and permitting, execute drill programs, and ensure the collection of quality geologic dataSupervising, leading, and mentoring junior geologists and field techniciansImplementing and overseeing QA/QC protocols to ensure the highest quality of dataProviding regular reports on activities and findingsEnsuring projects are delivered within budget and completed in a timely and safe mannerFollowing Centerra Gold health and safety, community relations, and environmental best practicesMaintaining and building the strong links with the Bureau of Land Management and other government departmentsAbout YouTo qualify, you must have a University Degree in Geology, as well as a minimum of 10 years of experience in mineral exploration and/or mining, ideally with experience in western USA epithermal projects.Our ideal candidate will also possess the following:Thorough knowledge of the range of ore deposit models in the western USA, specifically those styles of mineral occurrences relevant to the company's businessThorough knowledge of state-of-the-art exploration techniques, integrating geologic mapping, geophysics, and geochemistrySkill in producing geologic maps and sections from surface and subsurface dataExperience working with drill contractors and supervising drilling, core handling, and loggingHigh level of proficiency with ArcGIS or MapInfo/Discover and acQuire. Exhibit an interest/aptitude for further learning of such systemsKnowledge of OSC reporting regulations, such as National Instrument 43-101, is also desirableStrong communications skills, a team player with a strong inclination towards developing cooperative solutionsLastly, you will join us with a highly collaborative mindset, fostered by integrity, focus, and an incredible work ethic. Your excellent report writing and presentation skills will be essential to your success in this role.About the BenefitsAs a valued member of Centerra's Goldfield District Project operations team, you can look forward to a competitive annual salary based on experience, skills, and qualifications. You'll also gain access to some incredible benefits, including:Health, dental, and vision insuranceLife Insurance, STD, LTDCompany-sponsored pension with Company matchHealthcare Spending AccountReimbursements on work gear and equipmentAnnual Incentive BonusEmployee Share Purchase Plan with Company matchParental leave top-up programProfessional development within the organizationJoin a company committed to diversity, equity, and inclusionThis is your chance to be part of an established, industry-leading global organization with incredible room for career growth and personal development.If you have the skills necessary to bring success to the role, then we invite you to apply today!

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